Launch Creative Cloud apps

Last updated on Sep 2, 2025

Learn how to open Creative Cloud apps from the Creative Cloud desktop app.

With the Creative Cloud desktop app, you can easily view and launch all your Creative Cloud apps at a glance.

Note

You can’t open a few apps, such as Touch App Plugins or Gaming SDK, from the Creative Cloud desktop app.

Open the Creative Cloud desktop app.

In the Apps tab, navigate to the app you want to open, and then select Open on the desired app’s card.

The All apps tab shows all Creative Cloud apps, with options to install, open and see more actions. — You can also open your apps directly from your computer.

Note

On macOS 13 Ventura, you need an internet connection to open your apps for the first time. To avoid disruptions while using your apps offline, activate the Adobe Creative Cloud login item in System Settings. Learn how to set up the Adobe Creative Cloud login item.

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